Jessica Bredenkamp
Busselton
Summary
Experienced with developing engaging lesson plans and fostering positive learning environment. Utilises innovative teaching methods to meet diverse student needs. Strong understanding of classroom management and effective communication techniques. Organizational professional with solid foundation in managing complex projects and driving efficiency. Known for fostering collaborative team environments and delivering consistent results. Excels in time management and strategic planning, adapting readily to dynamic situations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Educator
Bluebird Early Education
12.2022 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse learners that promoted critical thinking and creativity.
- Fostered a collaborative learning environment by implementing group activities that encouraged student participation.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects that connected various subject areas.
- Enhanced student comprehension with tailored instructional strategies that addressed individual learning needs.
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive network for student success.
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
- Collaborated with adults and children to provide safe and educational experience.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to keep learner attention.
- Assessed student performance and provided feedback to facilitate student success.
- Improved student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and real-life examples into lesson plans.
Umpire
Busselton Hockey Stadium
04.2020 - 10.2024
- Maintained a professional demeanor throughout 3-4 games per week, effectively managing conflicts between players or coaches when necessary.
- Promoted good sportsmanship among players.
- Officiated games fairly and impartially using sound judgment and decision-making skills.
- Improved game fairness by enforcing rules, regulations, and upholding the highest standards of sportsmanship.
- Contributed to efficient game management by collaborating with other officials and communicating clearly on calls made during gameplay.
- Facilitated smooth gameplay by making quick, accurate decisions based on thorough knowledge of the sport's rules.
- Developed strong relationships with coaches and teams, promoting mutual respect and a positive atmosphere during games.
- Retained knowledge of sporting rules and regulations for compliant adjudication.
- Stayed composed and professional in high-pressure and emotionally-charged situations with coaches, players and fans.
- Communicated with fans, coaches, players, and other umpires.
- Provided clear explanations to players and coaches regarding rulings made during gameplay, fostering understanding among all participants.
- Maintained control of games, for safe, timely event running.
- Promoted good sportsmanship among athletes by modeling respectful behavior both on-field and off-field interactions with teams involved in competitions.
- Served as a mentor to new umpires, providing guidance on best practices for calling games fairly and accurately.
- Conducted pre-game meetings with coaches to review expectations and reiterate rules.
- Utilized excellent problem-solving skills to address disputes effectively and efficiently, ensuring a fair resolution for all parties involved.
- Expanded knowledge of rule changes and updates through regular participation in training seminars and workshops.
- Implemented safety standards to maintain safe player environments and limit injury risks.
- Supported fellow officials with backup calls when necessary while maintaining primary focus on assigned area of responsibility.
- Explained and taught regulations and rules to players and coaches.
- Navigated difficult situations using effective communication and explanation of game rules.
- Managed time effectively during games to maintain an appropriate pace of play without compromising accuracy or fairness.
- Mediated disputes between players and coaches to maintain safe, fair play.
- Ensured proper equipment use by inspecting player gear before each match for compliance with league requirements.
Pizza Maker
Domino's Pizza
04.2019 - 05.2023
- Topped pizzas with right ingredients based on orders utilizing recipe-directed amounts and distribution methods.
- Rolled and shaped dough to correct sizes and shapes based on orders to fit in oven and cook evenly.
- Learned and memorized menu items and specials to provide accurate and up-to-date information to kitchen staff.
- Prepared raw materials for cooking by cutting vegetables and preparing dough.
- Maintained a positive attitude under pressure, contributing to a pleasant working environment for both staff and customers alike.
- Streamlined order fulfillment by effectively managing multiple tasks such as dough preparation, topping assembly, and oven monitoring.
- Maintained sanitation of restaurant by mopping and sweeping floors, washing counters, and disposing of trash.
- Took and processed over customer orders.
- Provided responsive, exceptional service to customers by answering questions, making recommendations, providing samples and responding to requests.
- Maintained a professional appearance and adhered to strict hygiene standards while handling food items.
- Reduced order errors through effective communication between front-of-house staff and kitchen personnel.
- Provided exceptional service by addressing customer concerns promptly and professionally, leading to repeat business from satisfied patrons.
- Supported overall restaurant operations through cross-training in various roles such as cashiering or kitchen support when needed.
- Used manual and electronic kitchen appliances to clean, unwrap, slice and trim food products.
- Collaborated with team members to complete orders quickly, resulting in shorter wait times for customers.
- Trained new employees on best practices in pizza making, fostering an atmosphere of teamwork within the workplace.
- Used cash register to perform 50+ cash, credit and debit transactions per day.
- Assisted management with creating promotional materials or special event menus, showcasing the restaurant''s commitment to providing diverse dining options.
- Updated displays, cases and other customer-facing areas to promote and showcase new items.
- Offered suggestions on order substitutions for customers with allergies or other dietary restrictions.
Waitress
Margaret River AMaze'n
05.2020 - 09.2021
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service to 6-7 tables .
- Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Supported teamwork atmosphere among staff members through clear communication and collaboration during shifts.
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Collaborated with team members to consistently provide efficient service during peak hours.
- Managed cash transactions accurately, ensuring proper change was provided to customers as needed.
- Built rapport with regular customers through friendly interactions and attentiveness to their preferences.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new menu items and incorporating them into knowledgeable recommendations for guests.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
- Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
- Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
- Processed orders and sent to kitchen employees for preparation.
- Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
- Presented menus to patrons promptly after seating and answered questions about menu items, making recommendations upon request.
Education
High School Diploma -
Georgiana Molloy Anglican School
Busselton, WA10-2024
Skills
- Critical Thinking for Problem-Solving
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Positive reinforcement
- Conflict resolution
- Project scheduling
- Strategic planning
- Schedule management
- Efficient multitasking
- Reliability and punctuality
- Public speaking
- Vocal tone
- Empathy display
- Confident body language
- Impromptu speaking
- Persuasive speaking
- Adaptable delivery
- Speech writing
- Audience analysis
- Strong eye contact
- Team leadership
- Decision-making
- Complex Problem-solving
Timeline
Educator
Bluebird Early Education
12.2022 - Current
Waitress
Margaret River AMaze'n
05.2020 - 09.2021
Umpire
Busselton Hockey Stadium
04.2020 - 10.2024
Pizza Maker
Domino's Pizza
04.2019 - 05.2023
High School Diploma -
Georgiana Molloy Anglican School
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